Naturalization & Gaining Citizenship- A Zoom Session Genealogy with Seema

Tuesday, July 7, 2:00-3:30pm, free, RSVP by emailing [email protected] to receive the link.

Once here, our ancestors may have turned their attention to citizenship. Join genealogist, Seema Kenney, in this genealogical discussion with a review of the six ways to become a citizen of the United States, concentrating on the naturalization process through the courts, which produced a public record paper trail and can help with your family genealogical research. We will also cover ways in which citizenship was lost & perhaps re-sought at a later date. Q & A after. Sponsored by a Natick Cultural Council grant.

Frequently asked Legal Questions during
COVID 19

with Elder Law Attorney, Tim Loff

Wednesday, July 8, 1:30 pm, free, rsvp to [email protected] to receive the link.

Join Elder Law Attorney Tim Loff in this virtual Zoom program.  There have been a lot of questions about legal issues related to the Pandemic. Topics like “Do I have to take my minimum distribution this year from my retirement plan? And “What do I do if I get a stimulus check for my deceased spouse.” Join Elderlaw Attorney Tim Loff as he gives answers to these questions and more and will answer any questions you have too!

Advance Care Planning 101: Starting the Conversation- two sessions 

Thursday, July 9, 11:00am-noon and also at 7:00-8:00 pm, free, RSVP by emailing [email protected] to receive the link and please specify which session you would like to attend the 11-noon or 7-8pm.

Who will speak for you in the case of an emergency and you cannot speak for yourself? Join Let’s Talk Natick Program Coordinator and Social Worker, Lindsay Quillen, as we explore the importance of advance care planning and the options available to you and your loved ones.

Mass Horticultural/Elm Bank Garden Tour

In person! Limited to 15 participants.

Tuesday, July 14, 9:30-11:00 am, free, rsvp required to [email protected]

Meet at the main parking lot of Elm Bank, 900 Washington St, Wellesley. Join this lovely garden tour to admire shrubs, trees, flowers and learn about the history of this fascinating estate as well as horticultural plant identification and background stories. Highlights include the Bressingham Garden, Weezies garden for children (including pollinator plants), seed to table vegetable garden and the show stopping Italianate Garden by the Manor House. Some seats available throughout the gardens, but be prepared to stand and walk, wear comfortable shoes, hat etc. Bathrooms are NOT available on-site. 

Book Recommendations/Summer Reading with Lorna Ruby- A Zoom session

Wednesday, July 15, 1:30-2:30pm zoom session, free, RSVP by emailing [email protected] to receive the link. 

Are you a reader? This has been a great time to catch up on your reading during this quarantine and at-home life, but are you running out of ideas? Join book buyer from Wellesley Books, Lorna Ruby to get some new books to put on your list! Fiction, non-fiction, mystery all will be given a brief summary and why Lorna recommends it. 

Health Care Proxy – A Zoom Workshop

Thursday, July 16, 11:00 am, free, RSVP by emailing [email protected] to receive the link.

It’s National Healthcare Decisions Day!

Join Let’s Talk Natick Program Coordinator and Social Worker, Lindsay Quillen for a step-by-step guide to completing your Health Care Proxy and considerations for advance care planning.

Check In and Check It Out – How to ZOOM

Tuesday, July 21, 2:00-3:00 pm, free, RSVP by emailing [email protected] to receive the link. 

Join Fran Daneault from the Bacon Free Library in this overview on how to use the popular Zoomprogram. All you need is a computer or smartphone. Following this presentation we invite anyone who has specific questions regarding these resources and using their devices to email us to set up a one-on-one Device Advice session with one of our librarians.

 Medicaid (MassHealth) and Long-term Care with Elder Law Attorney Tim Loff

Wednesday, July 22, 1:30-2:30 pm, free, rsvp to [email protected] to receive the link.

Join Elder Law Attorney Tim Loff in this virtual Zoom program. An overview of the MassHealthLong-Term Care program and how it works and a primer on basic planning options to protect assets from nursing home cost.